REP. JOHN KATKO HONORS WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY CRAIG PAGNOTTI

Lyons, NY – At a ceremony this afternoon in Lyons, U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), together with Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts, honored Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Craig Pagnotti for his bravery in apprehending two different suspects, each on separate felony charges, over the course of one day.  Deputy Pagnotti was injured twice while taking the suspects into custody.
 
“Our brave men and women in lawenforcement put our lives on the line to defend our communities each and every day,” said Rep. John Katko. “Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Craig Pagnotti acted selflessly earlier this Spring, risking his own safety to ensure the safety of Wayne County residents.  His own injury did not stop him fromperforming his duties.  It was my distinct honor to recognize his valiant actions in a statement submitted to the Congressional Record, and I’m privileged to present it to him today.”
 
Representative Katko submitted a Statement for the Congressional Record honoring Deputy Pagnotti, which he presented to Deputy Pagnotti and his family at this afternoon’s ceremony.  The text of the Statement for the Congressional Record can be found below:
                                 
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Deputy Craig Pagnotti of the Wayne County Sheriff Department.  On Saturday, May 28, 2016, Deputy Pagnotti apprehended two different suspects,each on a separate felony charge, over the course of the day.
 
On May 28, around 9:00 am, Deputy Pagnotti responded to a domesticcomplaint in Lyons, New York.  Upon arrival, the suspect, who had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, fled the scene on foot.  Without hesitation, Deputy Pagnotti, pursued and apprehended the suspect, pulling a tendon in his arm while taking the suspect into custody.  Deputy Pagnotti was admitted to the hospital, where he received a cast for his injured arm.
 
 Shortly after being discharged from the hospital, Deputy Pagnotti continued with his shift and pulled over a vehicle for speeding, just outside of Arcadia, New York.  After Deputy Pagnotti discovered drugs in the vehicle, the suspect fled on foot, striking the Deputy in the face and arm.  Shortly after the suspect was apprehended, Deputy Pagnotti was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with abroken left arm.
 
I am honored to recognize Deputy Pagnotti for his heroic actions on May 28, 2016.  Deputy Pagnotti’s efforts in this situation exemplify the commitment and dedication of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department.  I want to than Deputy Pagnotti and all those serving in law enforcement in Wayne County and throughout the 24th District.
 
Congressman John Katko represents the 24th Congressional District, which includes all of Onondaga, Cayuga, and Wayne Counties and a portion of Oswego County.  For more information, please visit https://katko.house.gov or www.facebook.com/RepJohnKatko
 
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